Immune system

It is the body’s way of keeping itself safe from being infected by various bacteria, viruses and other infectious organisms like worms. Various cells, tissues and organs make up the immune system. The most well known and common part of the immune system are white blood cells or WBC. They are the fighter cells within the body and their main function is to attack a possibly harmful foriegn body. It does so by a process called as the ‘immune response’. Apart from WBCs there are other cells called leucocytes that help the WBC perform their function. There are a number of ways to improve ones immunity, and one of the most important methods is to have a good diet and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

50-yr-old bacteria may help your body's own immune system to kill cancer

A University of Missouri researcher has found a new way to help the body's immune system destroy cancer, with the help of a more than 50-year-old strain of bacteria.
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A doctor sheds light on COVID-19 vaccine, immune boosting foods and more

Doctors and medical bodies all over the world are toiling hard to find a vaccine against COVID-19. Meanwhile, you keep your immune function strong with the right foods, says Dr. Amitabh Parti, HOD and Director, Internal Medicine, Fortis Healthcare.
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Researchers find a better way to deal with organ transplant rejection

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Our Today health tips series brings to you some simple steps you should take every day to strengthen your immune system.
Foods that can improve your immune response, prevent viral infections

Keeping your immune system strong enough to fight off germs and viruses. Here are five foods to improve your immune response.
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A person suffering from high blood sugar levels need to be extra cautious about strengthening his immune function. Read on to know how diabetics can do so while taking the sugar-free route.
Chinese scientists develop tumor-specific anti-cancer therapy

According to a study published in the journal Science Immunology, the new cancer immunotherapy can prevent the immune system from becoming tolerant of tumors, which occurs in 30 per cent of all cancer patients.
Study identifies autoimmune disease linked to testicular cancer

A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has identified a highly specific and unique biomarker for the testicular cancer by using a variation of programmable phage display technology.
Scientists identify master cell playing key role in fighting TB

According to a study published in the journal Nature, boosting the activity of a master cell known as group 3 innate lymphoid cells, can help reduce the millions of new infections that occur worldwide every year.
World MS Day 2019: All you need to know about the treatment of multiple sclerosis

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5 effective ways to prevent sepsis
5 effective ways to prevent sepsis

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs due to over response of your body's defense system.